How Many People Are Named Vannessa?
Complete statistics for the name Vannessa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Vannessa is a very rare female name, with only 3,067 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 107,596 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1987 with 123 births, but its usage has been declining since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 symbolizes adaptability and versatility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 3,232 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1987Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Vannessa Through the Generations
Vannessa has seen a steady decline in popularity since its peak in 1987, reflecting a shift away from the name's once vibrant presence. With an estimated 3,232 total births recorded throughout history, Vannessa remains a name that's more commonly found among older generations, with 56% of those named falling within the 30-60 age bracket. its current trend, Vannessa maintains a unique charm, blending elements of classic and modern naming conventions.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Vannessa's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Vannessa
How Many People Have the Name Vannessa?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,067 people in the United States currently share the name Vannessa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 107,596 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Vannessa a Common or Rare Name?
Vannessa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Vannessa Mean?
Vannessa means "creative variant of Vanessa" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Vannessa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Vannessa Most Popular?
The name Vannessa reached peak popularity in 1987, with 123 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Vannessa?
Approximately 3,067 people named Vannessa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,232. That works out to roughly 1 in 107,596 Americans.
Is Vannessa a rare name?
Vannessa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 107,596 Americans has this name.
What does the name Vannessa mean?
Vannessa means "creative variant of Vanessa" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Vannessa more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Vannessa are male and 100% are female.
When was Vannessa most popular?
Vannessa peaked in 1987 with 123 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.